What are the greatest video games in history? From 8-bit cartridges to modern blockbusters, this Top 1000 brings together the titles that defined every generation, all retested and reassessed by RomWize. For each one: its current score, its versions, their rarity and their collector value, so you can (re)discover the must-plays and build your collection.
"PlatinumGames delivers a frenetic action game where you steer a cop and a chained creature at once. Juggling both units is demanding yet exhilarating once it clicks, and the cyberpunk style still looks sharp on Switch."
"A love letter to the 8-bit Ninja Gaiden games, demanding yet always fair, where every death teaches something. The finely chiseled level design rewards memorization and pixel-perfect precision."
"A pinnacle of survival horror, with Claire and Chris carrying a masterfully staged tale. Gothic settings, relentless tension and strong writing turn this odyssey into an everlasting classic."
"A Japan-exclusive Nintendo gem, the missing link between Zelda and SaGa. Prince Sablé turns into a frog to swim or a snake to crawl. Cutscene-style auto-combat, Metroidvania exploration, irresistible humor. A real little Game Boy wonder, absolutely worth discovering even in Japanese."
"The color overhaul of the unforgettable Game Boy Zelda, with an exclusive color dungeon and a bonus photo grotto. The dreamlike Koholint story still ranks as top shelf writing, the dungeons still dazzle, the magic stays intact. An absolute essential of Nintendo's handheld."
"For the first time Zelda is the hero, and her power to copy objects and foes as echoes reinvents puzzle solving. Bursting with ideas and freedom, this top-down Zelda stays playful and inventive right to the end."
"The sumi-e art direction is still dazzling, years on. Wielding the Celestial Brush to solve puzzles and fights keeps its singular charm. The adventure runs long and chatty at times, but its beauty and gentle spirit more than make up for the pacing."
"Resident Evil 4 reissued on Wii with Wiimote aiming. Survival-action tension intact, controls finally feel natural, full content. Arguably the best way to experience Resident Evil 4 at the time, still excellent today."
"A direct enriched sequel pushing PSO further with new dungeons, missions and characters. The magic stays intact and replayability soars. Essential for fans."
"The wirebug redefines hunting mobility: climbing, vaulting and mounting beasts becomes instinctive. More accessible than its forebears without losing combat depth, and the Switch presentation stays impressive for the hardware."
"This hefty expansion to Monster Hunter Rise adds vicious new monsters, the Follower system and a generous endgame. The pacing stays fluid and accessible on Switch, while the weapon depth keeps the loop as rewarding as ever."
"A superb medieval whodunit drawn like an illuminated manuscript and carried by choices that genuinely matter. More a game of reading and reflection than action, it captivates through its scholarship and sixteenth-century monastic atmosphere."
"Less a game than an interactive play, with rare writing and staging. Approach it for the mood and the text, not for challenge or pace, but the impression it leaves is lasting."
"Forza Motorsport bundle with Xbox Live Arcade included. The automotive simulation reference on original Xbox. Demanding and realistic physics, deep customization, satisfying career. The must-have for car enthusiasts on Xbox."
"An Arc System Works rock and roll 2D versus with an inimitable look. Hits crack, the cast oozes style and the tactical depth is huge. A cult classic of the genre."
"A Double Impact compilation gathering the first two Street Fighter III. Precise controls, an evolving cast and already rare depth. Essential for saga fans."
"A Matching Service edition of SF Zero 3 devoted to online and competitive play. Precise controls, retuned balance and ladder ready experience. For engaged fans."
"The best Smash Bros. before Ultimate. Generous roster, abundant modes, balanced gameplay. One of the best multiplayer party games ever made. Amiibo add a collector dimension. A complete and indispensable home version."
